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McIntosh Integrated

Which is the best sounding of the current Mac integrateds, the three SS and the tube version. Is there an older model that is better than any of these. Power is not an issue as I have 89db speakers with a very easy impedance curve. Thnak you.
pubul57
jaybo
4,478 posts
 
2275 and 6900
foster_9
1,638 posts
 
I owned the 6900 although I never got to fully hear its potential because of poor speakers. Since the 2275 entered the McIntosh integrated line, it has been praised by most as their best integrated. Since you have the choice I would try the 2275 and if you don't care for the sound, it has excellent resale value.
pubul57 OP
3,712 posts
 
Ok. It seems that it is between the 6900 and 2275. I assume that some of you have purchased on or the other auditioned both, and I would like feedback on that comparison (like Foster_9s). Another option would be to go for the MC252 to use with my Joule LA-150MK II pre. Thank you.
aball
2,018 posts
 
I have heard them all and would go with the MA2275, hands down. It is very hard to beat that beautiful integrated.

Arthur
pubul57 OP
3,712 posts
 
Does the 2275 come with KT88 or 6550? Is their a preference for one tube over the other?
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